14 Things That Made Our 7^th Anniversary Awesome

Rafi and I celebrated our 7^th anniversary last February 7 weekend. For posterity’s sake, I am listing down the 14 things that made our celebration awesome. J


1.       Birthday salubong for KC with Low-Cal

Our anniversary coincides with KC’s birthday so it is often the case that we are with the gang whenever we celebrate our anniversary. 

2.       Dinner at Lombardi

On the night of our anniversary, we went for a simple dinner at Lombardi. We wanted to try Green Pastures because Rachelle, my qual teammate, said it is good. However, the waiting line is too long so we opted to try Lombardi instead, which is just across it. I didn’t enjoy the food so much though. I think Green Tomato serves even more delicious pasta and pizza. Their gelato seems overpriced as well. But regardless, my date made up for the lack of good food.

3.       The Lego Movie

My boyfriend is a big Lego fan. From the first time we saw the trailer of The Lego Movie, we swore to watch it. It was quite timely because it opened the night before our anniversary. So we chose it as our anniversary movie. It was a fun movie and the song just effectively brainwashes you. Hahahah! 

4.       Elorde Boxing Gym Date

The next day, we went to the boxing gym together. It was his first time to do it. It was also like the first time again for me since the last time I did it was like two months ago, before the Christmas break. All our abs and limb muscles were aching after the work out, but I think he enjoyed it. And so we will be going back again for more.  

5.       Discovery Suites staycation

He managed to pull a surprise staycation for us. He told me weeks back that he was planning a surprise trip for us. He wouldn’t tell me where we were going. I had a mixed feeling about this – my control freak side wanted to know every detail because I want it to be perfect; the romantic side of me wanted to keep myself as clueless as possible because I want it to be a perfect surprise. I was also not so used to him preparing everything by himself because we’ve always planned our trips and dates together. But I had to give him a big salute on this one because he prepared it so well. He told me it is going to be a three hour trip and that we will be leaving at 2:45pm. I must bring a swimsuit. No need for towels but we must bring our own toiletries. He’s not sure if we can cook, but we can bring some food. He told me there is going to be an activity in the morning, but only for one of us. I decided to wear shorts and t-shirt knowing that it is going to be trip. I would have also worn a trekking sandals but he persuaded me that my regular flat shoes is fine. So we waited in Starbucks Podium until 2:45pm.  By that time, he started wearing his polo and started to count from 1 to 20. I was confused. He walked just enough to be facing the opposite building. It was only then that I realized what he was meaning to say. And I wanted the earth to eat me because I was dressed only in shorts and shirt. 

6.       Framed photo of our Pinatubo Climb by the bedside


And so we checked in. They made us wait first at the Lounge while they are preparing the finishing touches to the room. We had our welcome drinks first. Then a staff approached us, informing us that our room was ready. So we went to the 20^th floor and we’re happy to see our junior suite. The first thing I noticed was our picture by the bedside table. 

7.       Happy 7^th Anniversary banner by the window

They also prepared this Happy 7^th Anniversary banner for us.  

8.       Happy anniversary cakes

Then there was a bell on the door – someone delivered this yummy cakes to make our celebration even sweeter.  

9.       Dinner at Mad Mark’s

Rafi insisted that we have our dinner at 6 pm, so we need to leave by 5:30. I found it weird because that was too early for dinner for me. I usually have dinner at 7 or 8 or even later. I thought he was planning something and so I heeded. We had dinner again at Mad Mark’s. It is beginning to be one of our favorite places to eat because of their affordable yet good tasting steak plus super delicious artisanal ice cream.   

10.   Swan towels and a rose

After dinner, we went back to the hotel. This is what greeted us. 

11.   Rose petals in the bath tub

Then Rafi said he will go to the toilet first, which I didn’t find unusual because we just had dinner and Rafi really tend to have fast bowel activity hahahah. But then, he suddenly changed his mind and told me I should go first, which I heeded. And there was yet again another surprise. Nagkalat sila sa CR at bath tub. Rafi is such a naughty boy!

12.   Cocktails at 22 Prime

I wanted to have wine but he only has vouchers for cocktails. So to the 22^nd floor we went.  

13.   Breakfast Buffet

Breakfast was on buffet. Not wanting to miss this chance, we stayed for an hour and tried almost everything they had on the table. 

14.   Swimming
We capped the day swimming by the pool. I am happy I can now swim a lap but I still got to improve on my form though. J

Next time I hope staycation naman in Club Paradise Coron or Discovery Shores Boracay. :P

Here's to more years together and wedding bells soon, hopefully.